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Rumours that the Nintendo NX will be a home console/handheld hybrid appear to be true.

That's according to The Wall Street Journal, at least, which has published a report claiming the device is now in the hands of third-parties.

Crowds pass the Nintendo logo at E3 2011
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It's said to contain a traditional home console unit that plugs into TVs, as well as a mobile unit that can be used like a handheld.

In even better news, Nintendo is using industry-leading chips to power the device, which would put it on par with the likes of the PS4 and Xbox One.

"The exact shape of the NX hardware isn't yet clear," the report reads.

"People familiar with the development plans said Nintendo would likely include both a console and at least one mobile unit that could either be used in conjunction with the console or taken on the road for separate use."

Specifics are thin on the ground for the NX, but we know for sure that it's a "dedicated game system" - suggesting something similar to the Wii U and 3DS in its approach.

It looks like we'll have to wait until next year to find out more.